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Which of the following is considered a complementary asset in a business context?
Which of the following is considered a complementary asset in a business context?
- Manufacturing overhead
- Raw material costs
- Brand image (correct)
- Employee turnover
What aspect typically contributes to a company's ability to dominate a market?
What aspect typically contributes to a company's ability to dominate a market?
- Exclusive distribution channels (correct)
- Increased product variety
- Cost-cutting measures
- High employee satisfaction
Which of the following is NOT an example of market knowledge?
Which of the following is NOT an example of market knowledge?
- Understanding customer preferences
- Managing employee benefits (correct)
- Analyzing competitor pricing strategies
- Identifying emerging market trends
In the context of manufacturing, which of the following elements is critical for operational success?
In the context of manufacturing, which of the following elements is critical for operational success?
Which element contributes to enhancing brand image?
Which element contributes to enhancing brand image?
What indicates that small markets may not meet the growth needs of larger companies?
What indicates that small markets may not meet the growth needs of larger companies?
What does it imply if technology supply does not equal market demand?
What does it imply if technology supply does not equal market demand?
What is a primary consequence of the maturation of a product-based industry?
What is a primary consequence of the maturation of a product-based industry?
What can an organization's capabilities dictate regarding the market?
What can an organization's capabilities dictate regarding the market?
What typically raises barriers to entry as competition increases in an industry?
What typically raises barriers to entry as competition increases in an industry?
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Study Notes
Complementary Assets
- Definition: Resources or capabilities that enhance the value of a primary asset.
Competitive Advantage
- Market Dominance: Strong brand image, effective marketing, unique products/services.
Market Knowledge
- Examples: Customer preferences, industry trends, competitor analysis.
Manufacturing Success
- Critical Element: Efficient production processes.
Brand Image Enhancement
- Contributing Element: Positive customer experiences.
Principles of Disruptive Innovation
- Companies require resources from both customers and investors for survival.
- Smaller markets can't fulfill the growth requirements of large businesses.
- Non-existent markets can't be assessed or analyzed.
- A company’s capabilities also limit its potential, resulting in its “disabilities.”
- Technological advancements may not always satisfy market needs.
Product-Based Industry Maturation
- As the product-based industry matures, economies of scale play a crucial role in driving down costs and prices.
- Process innovations increase productivity, leading to decreased costs when output increases.
- Barriers to entry are minimal initially, with companies often relying solely on their entrepreneurial spirit or expertise.
- Barriers to entry become more significant as competition increases and investment costs rise.
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